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Prop 12 Kicks In and Ag Trade Mission to India
The Agribusiness Update
Proposition 12, the California law that prohibits the sale of whole pork in the state that comes from the pigs raised in gestation crates, is now in place, and USDA’s Undersecretary Alexis Taylor will lead a trade mission to India in April and USDA is accepting applications from exporters who'd like to join her.
Florida Farm Bureau Day and Ag Trade Mission to India
The Agribusiness Update
Florida farmers and ranchers will gather at the state Capitol tomorrow to talk policy matters with lawmakers as part of Farm Bureau Day, and USDA’s Undersecretary Alexis Taylor will lead a trade mission to India in April and USDA is accepting applications from exporters who'd like to join her.
United Grain Corporation Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Vancouver-based United Grain Corporation CEO Augusto Bassanini shares UGC's new "United for Success" brand evolution campaign designed to bring success for every stakeholder in grain exports.
United Grain Corporation Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Vancouver-based United Grain Corporation CEO Augusto Bassanini shares UGC's new "United for Success" brand evolution campaign designed to bring success for every stakeholder in grain exports.
Poll Shows Producers Optimistic and Ag Exports to China Soar
The Agribusiness Update
A recent poll shows producers are optimistic thanks to increased farm prices, and U.S. farm exports to China on path to possible record sales.
Farm Bill Should Include Crop Insurance and Private Property Protection
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers from across the country urge Congress to include crop insurance with the next Farm Bill, and California law allowing labor organizations to enter private farm property ruled unconstitutional.
U.S. Pumpkin Production and Potato Exports Bright
The Agribusiness Update
10 states produce most of the U.S. pumpkins, and expectations for potato exports looks pretty good.
Mexican Tomato Suspension and Don't Wash Poultry
The Agribusiness Update
Tomato growers from Mexico have reached a suspension agreement with the U.S. Commerce Department, and the health risks of washing or rinsing raw poultry.
NCBA on ESA Modernization and California Exports to China
The Agribusiness Update
National Cattlemen's Beef Association reacts positively to the modernization of the Endangered Species Act, and California ag exporters still assessing how China's ban affects them.
Canadian Cattle in Drought and Animal Crackers Freed
The Agribusiness Update
Drought takes a bite out of Canadian Cattle, and PETA and other animal rights groups free Animal Crackers from their cages.
Soybeans with Chinese Tariffs and Athletic Potatoes
The Agribusiness Update
Soybean exports to China will be down thanks to tariffs, and Potatoes promote athletic performance.
Work for Medicare Requirement and U.S. Beef in South Korea
The Agribusiness Update
Foundation for Government Accountability likes Trumps announced work for Medicare options for states, and U.S. reclaims top spot for South Korean beef exports after 14-year Mad Cow ban.
Frigid Temps Hit Wheat Belt and Millennials Buy Less Grain, Meat
The Agribusiness Update
Wheat belt in Midwest hit hard by frigid temperatures, and Millennials buying less grains and meat than other generations.
South African Beef Imports and New Zealand Dairy Grazing
The Agribusiness Update
South Africa emerges as Top 10 beef market, and slow growing grass hits New Zealand dairy supply.
Energy Bill Back to Congress and Organic Feed Shortage
The Agribusiness Update
Failed Senate Energy Bill heads back to Congress, and Organic Feed Shortage sends Livestock Producers scrambling.
Tentative Labor Deal, Clean Water Projects & Free Pesticide Disposal
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
West Coast ports have resumed full time operations but damage to foreign buyer relationships may take years to recover from, Ecology proposing $229 million in grant and loan funding for 165 clean water projects across the state, and WSDA collecting unwanted agricultural and commercial-grade pesticides in Eastern Washington this spring.
Port Negotiations & Organic Survey
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Ag producers and businesses continue to write their Congressional delegates asking for help in getting the West Coast ports up and running again, and increasing interest in organic agriculture prompts USDA to conduct organic survey.
More Port Woes & Making Sense of Marketing
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Port slowdowns caused by the 9 month long labor dispute between the ILWU and the PMA have caused yet more damage to ag exporters, and women in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Alaska will enjoy a day of learning, networking and inspiration during the WSU Extension Women In Ag Conference February 21.
Struggling To Survive
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Port congestion crisis is taking longterm business and revenue out of the state and moving it to other states.